Refuge Thiernay
France · 69 animals available
Animals at this shelter
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How to adopt from Refuge Thiernay
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Find a match
Browse the available animals on this page, save your favourites, and check each animal's profile for personality traits and care needs.
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Get in touch
Use the contact details above — or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page — to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.
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Application
Most shelters ask for a short written application covering your living situation, prior pet experience, and daily routine. This helps them find the best match for your home.
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Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
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Home check
Some shelters carry out a brief home visit or video walkthrough to make sure your space is a safe fit for the animal.
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Adoption day
Sign the adoption contract, pay any applicable adoption fee, and head home with your new family member.
Process and fees vary by shelter — contact Refuge Thiernay directly for specifics.
About
About Refuge Thiernay
Refuge Thiernay is a cat shelter based France. There are currently 24 cats listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed.
Adoption process
Adopting from France
French refuges follow the SPA framework: adopters sign a cession contract that includes sterilization, vaccinations, microchip identification, and rabies passport. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Refuge Thiernay directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself — we just make it easier for you to find the animal in the first place.
For a full breakdown of cross-border adoption requirements from France, see our France import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at Refuge Thiernay
Nearby
Other shelters in France
Refuge Thiernay is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in France. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- 30 Millions d'Amis — Paris (469 animals)
- 4 Pattes Oloron (1 animal)
- 4 Pattes Sans Frontieres (99 animals)
- ACPA Loiret 45 (7 animals)
- Action 4 Pets — France (229 animals)
- ADAP (Pyrénées-Atlantiques) — Pau (4 animals)
- ADEO Association (Avignon) — Avignon (5 animals)
- Adopte 1 Chat (10 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Refuge Thiernay located?
Refuge Thiernay is France.
How many animals does Refuge Thiernay have available for adoption?
Refuge Thiernay currently has 69 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 24 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Refuge Thiernay?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Refuge Thiernay directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Refuge Thiernay handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. French refuges follow the SPA framework: adopters sign a cession contract that includes sterilization, vaccinations, microchip identification, and rabies passport. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.
Can I adopt from Refuge Thiernay if I live in another country?
Yes. Cross-border adoption within the EU is straightforward thanks to the EU pet passport system. The animal needs to be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped to ISO 11784/11785, and have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. Refuge Thiernay typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport — common options include rescue networks (NGO-run road transport), professional pet-transport companies, "flight nannies" (volunteer in-cabin couriers), or self-drive pickups for shelters in neighbouring countries.
Is Refuge Thiernay a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Refuge Thiernay is listed on TailHarbor based on data scraped from their own website, but TailHarbor has not yet manually verified the shelter's contact details. We recommend confirming details directly with the shelter before travelling for an adoption visit.
What is the adoption fee at Refuge Thiernay?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Refuge Thiernay directly. Typical fees in France cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Refuge Thiernay via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.